April 29, 2015 -- Residents filled the meeting room of the Glenwood Community Church this past Earth Day, for re-PLANTING, an exhibition that was in part a memorial service for the Glenwood Landing Power Plant station two, the iconic beaux arts building with its six smoke stacks that dominated the Glenwood waterfront for nearly a century, as well as a celebration of the earth and, as event organizer Greg Sturge put it, an opportunity to "germinate new ideas and fertilize existing ones about how to nurture creative and environmentally sound growth in Hempstead Harbor and surrounding communities." READ MORE

The installation of the Sea Cliff sewer line has been completed and the contractor has begun the final road repair. After eleven years of planning and discussions, this momentous project will not only benefit downtown revitalization by creating exciting new opportunities for local businesses but also provides significant environmental benefits for us and our future generations. READ MORE

April 25, 2015 -- In observance of Arbor Day, the Sea Cliff Beautification Committee hosted a tree planting at Clifton Park this past Wednesday. The springtime tradition, in which the Sea Cliff School second grade plays the central role, takes place at one of the village's many parks each year. This year's event was organized by Beautification Committee member Stephanie Bross. READ MORE

April 26, 2015 -- Gathered beneath the canopy of the glorious copper beech in front of Sea Cliff School, students, faculty, and community members, shivering but invigorated by the early spring chill, met this past Friday afternoon to dedicate the school's new outdoor classroom. Perhaps reminding one more of a 4-H camp than a public school with logs split length-wise to provide bench-like seating, the classroom will offer teachers the opportunity to better integrate the natural world into their lessons. READ MORE

NORTH SHORE LACROSSE CLUB HOSTS ANNUAL LACROSSE DAY

April 29, 2015 -- On Saturday, April 25, North Shore Lacrosse Club players, coaches, and parents, celebrated their sport with their annual Lacrosse Day, a community wide event that started at North Shore High School and ended with a fundraiser at Still Partners in Sea Cliff. . . . "We had a wonderful turnout this year from the community showing their support for North Shore Lacrosse​," said North Shore Lacrosse Club President John Russo. READ MORE

The North Shore Vikings Baseball Team played an "Appreciation Game" on Tuesday, April 21st, against Glen Cove. Congratulations to the Vikings who were victorious 5-3. A ceremony preceded the game as Varsity Head Coach, Scott Lineman, spoke and thanked many invited guests. READ MORE

Sea Cliff, NY - Revived after a decade-long hiatus, the North Shore Summer Theater Workshop is accepting applications from students in grades 7 through 12 for six weeks of intensive production-based instruction in all aspects of the dramatic arts. READ MORE

Residents indicate their preferences for a new library design with sticker dots

April 26, 2015 -- In anticipation of going into contract to purchase the 5.3 acre Halm Industries Property on Glen Head Road, the Gold Coast Public Library Board of Trustees, along with representatives of the architectural firm KG&D, held their first of two round-one community input sessions at the library's annex this past Saturday morning. At the meeting, residents were given the opportunity to offer their thoughts about what they would like to see in a new library. Residents who were unable to attend will have a another opportunity on Tuesday, April 28, at the main library building at 7:30 pm. The purchase of the land cannot take place without residents living within the library district first giving their approval in a referendum. READ MORE

40% OF NORTH SHORE STUDENTS REFUSE COMMON CORE MATH TESTS

April 22, 2015 -- More than 400 North Shore students in grades 3-7 who were scheduled to sit for the Common Core math assessments opted out of the three day exam that began on Wednesday, said school district officials. The Middle School grades had the highest number of opt outs, with just under 50% of 6th graders refusing the exam, and 47% of 7th graders doing so. Overall, a greater percentage, 40% of students, refused the Math exam than the English Language Arts exam (38.2%) that was administered last week. The 8th grade, which had the highest opt out rate in the district for the ELA exam (48%), was not scheduled to take the Common Core Math assessment, since those students will, instead, sit for the Algebra Regents exam in June.

by Elizabeth WinchesterSummer in Sea Cliff is a time for kids to enjoy the sun, sand, surf, and strings! Matthew Schneider’s second annual SummerStrings! Orchestra Festival begins June 29. Schneider, a Sea Cliff resident and professional musician for 30 years, will teach traditional fiddling styles, rock, blues, and improvisation to elementary and middle school string players on Monday and Wednesday evenings at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. This year’s program will culminate with a concert on August 5 at Tilles Center’s Hillwood Recital Hall, at LIU Post. READ MORE

St. Luke’s Arts “OVER THE HEDGE” Concerts will present a program of Balinese Music & Dance on Saturday, May 2, at 6:00pm. Two traditional orchestras combine for this special event--Gamelan Dharma Swara, from the Indonesian Consulate in New York, and Gamelan Yowana Sari, from the Aaron Copland School of Music, Queens College--under the direction of Professor Michael Lipsey. READ MORE.

ART OF KAY VICKERS AND LILLI SCOTT AT SEA CLIFF LIBRARY NEXT MONTH

The works of Sea Cliff artists Kay Vickers and Lilli Scott will be exhibited at the Sea Cliff Library this coming May and June. The Sea Cliff Arts Council is sponsoring the exhibition and will be hosting an opening reception on Sunday May 3 from 3-5 pm. Works on display include a series of landscapes by Ms. Vickers entitled "Loving Landscapes; and eight pastels by Ms. Scott, called "Buon Cibo," or "Good Food." To learn more about Sea Cliff Arts Council, email us at seacliffartscouncil@gmail.com

SEA CLIFF CIVIC ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES SUNSET SERENADE 2015 LINEUP

﻿In a sure sign that summer will soon be here, the Sea Cliff Civic Association announced its line up for the Sunset Serenade concert series that takes place each Thursday night at Memorial Park from the end of June through late August. Larry Martone opens on June 25. Click here for more information about Sea Cliff Civic Association events.

The Friends of Cedarmere will partner with the New York Council for the Humanities this spring to host a free public Reading and Discussion Program on the theme Making Sense of the Civil War. It’s especially fitting that this Program comes to Cedarmere, the historic home of William Cullen Bryant, a major voice in journalism throughout the Civil War period, and an important advising supporter of Lincoln. The Council Program will altogether comprise six sessions—from 7 to 8:30 pm on consecutive Monday evenings—running March 23 through May 4, including a one-week ‘mid-term’ break. READ MORE

Glen Cove, NY - With summer just around the corner and students wrapping up another school year, state Assemblyman Charles Lavine (D-Glen Cove), who represents the 13th Assembly District, is inviting students from throughout the area to participate in a summer intern program at his district office. READ MORE

Among other offerings this spring, the Gold Coast Lions Club will continue to offer Defensive Driving classes administered by the National Safety Institute and approved by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles. You can save 10% on liability and collision insurance for three years and reduce up to 4 points on your license. It is offered in a 6-hour format on Saturday. The next class will be held on Saturday, May 16th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Sea Cliff Village Hall, 300 Sea Cliff Avenue (enter through the library). READ MORE

Friday, May 1 - 9:30 am to 3:30 pmat the North Shore High School Auxiliary GymYour donation will help to save up to THREE lives. This event is organized by the North Shore Key Club. Our community hospitals need your help! For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact Julia Salat at (516) 603-3847. READ MORE

Glen Cove, NY--Hersh Fine Art is pleased to announce a solo exhibition of paintings on fabric by Huntington artist Lauren Rosenblum. The exhibition will be on view from May 16-July 31, 2015. The artist will be present for an opening reception on Saturday, May 16, from 6pm to 8pm. READ MORE